课本词汇基础知识复习 重点词汇 The United Kingdom, Great Britain, Britain, England—many people are _____(困惑)by what these different names mean. They use the same flag, known as the Union Jack, as well as share the same (货币) and (军事防御). For example, England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland all have different education systems and (法律体系). And they even have their own football teams for (比赛) like the World Cup! Almost everywhere you go in the UK, you will be (包围) by evidence of four different groups of people who took over at different times throughout history. Some of their great (成就) included building towns and roads. The vikings came in the eighth century, left behind lots of new vocabulary, and also the names of many (地点) across the UK. They (占领) England after the well-known Battle of Hastings in the 11th century. There are (无数的) historic sites to explore, and lots of museums with ancient relics from all over the UK. The country has a long history of producing great writers and (诗人). Its beautiful countryside excites and inspires all, offering something for each of the (感官). And down by the sea, the (咆哮) of the ocean waves and (叫声) of the seabirds make up the music of the coast. To have a chance of experiencing this, stop by a village (酒吧) and relax with a glass of (红酒) or a local (啤酒). Better yet, enjoy a delicious traditional Irish Beef (炖菜). (虚拟合唱团) members record themselves while they perform alone on video. These videos are (上传) onto the Internet, and then they are put together into one video that you can see online--a virtual choir. Many people do not have close friends or (熟人) who have the same interest in music. The virtual choir was the idea of award-winning (作曲家) and conductor Eric Whitacre. Over the next 10 years, Whitacre’s (原创的) compositions began to become quite popular among choirs and singers. Since then, the virtual choir has become a worldwide (现象). It’s an (荣誉) to be here and to share with you the story of how music has had an impact on my life. Two years ago, I was told I had a serious disease which was difficult to (治愈). My body (疼痛) all the time and thus I thought I didn’t have much longer to live. I was very afraid and I felt so alone and (心灰意冷的). Then one day, I had to go through a two-hour medical (治疗). Music gave me strength and brought me (宽慰). It spoke words of encouragement to the deepest part of my (身心). I hope all of you will somehow begin to (珍惜) music and make it a part of your life. Festivals are (庆祝) all around the world. Every festival has its different customs and unique (魅力). However, no matter how different they may seem, all over the world, the spirit of sharing joy, (感激), love, or peace is common in all festivals. This important (农业的) festival takes place after all the crops have been gathered in. It (以…特色) a parade and a great feast with music, dancing, and sports. Today, in some European countries, people ... ...
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